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HollywoodOutsiderThe Fast and Furious Series | Bad Movie NightEach month on our Patreon channel, we offer an exclusive episode of Bad Movie Night, where we discuss a film that many love to call ridiculous or simply bad, and we (or at least one of us) genuinely enjoy it. This is a full episode covering The Fast and the Furious series that hopefully entices you to support The Hollywood Outsider on Patreon. So why are there such wildly different opinions about The Fast and the Furious series? Did Paul Walker's untimely departure hurt the series overall? And what happens in Furious Heaven? Has F9 setup the...
2023-05-011h 24
HollywoodOutsiderIntroducing: The Hollywood Outsider Presents: Bad Movie NightIntroducing The Hollywood Outsider Presents: Bad Movie Night, where hosts past and present from The Hollywood Outsider podcast unite monthly to discuss a film that critics or audiences have deemed a "bad" movie to give them another look. There's no such thing as a bad movie, just movies that aren't good enough for you! Subscribe to RSS: https://hobadmovienight.libsyn.com/rss Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hollywood-outsider-presents-bad-movie-night/id1600986727 Spotify: https://hobadmovienight.libsyn.com/spotify Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9ob2JhZG1vdmllbmlnaHQubGlic3...
2022-01-0202 min
HollywoodOutsiderSXSW 2021 | The Films of South by SouthwestThe South by Southwest Festival is one of the largest of its kind in the world. Every year, thousands of fans arrive in downtown Austin, TX to partake in a couple of weeks of great music, technology, and film. For this special episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we take you along for our annual deep dive into the heart of the film festival portion, and even further into the films themselves.
Over the course of several days, the 2021 SXSW Film Festival screened over numerous features, many from first-time filmmakers (consisting of World Premieres, North American Premieres, and US...
2021-03-242h 27
HollywoodOutsiderZack Snyder's Justice League Reactions PodcastWith Zack Snyder's Justice League released to the world, what do you think of his vision? Determined to ensure Superman's ultimate sacrifice was not in vain, Bruce Wayne aligns forces with Diana Prince with plans to recruit a team of metahumans to protect the world from an approaching threat of catastrophic proportions. In HBO Max's Zack Snyder's Justice League, Darkseid arrives, Steppenwolf has a whole new look, Cyborg and Flash both have an actual backstory, and we’ve got over 3 hours of new-to-us material.
This is not 2017’s JOSStice League, the infamously Frankenstein'd version of Justice League that...
2021-03-201h 30HollywoodOutsiderOscars 2021 - The 93rd Academy Awards NomineesThe Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was founded in 1927 and is the world's preeminent movie-related organization, comprising more than 9,000 accomplished individuals working in cinema. The Academy Awards "recognize and uphold excellence in the motion picture arts and sciences, inspire imagination, and connect the world through the medium of motion pictures". Winners for the 93rd Oscars will be announced during the live, in-person event on April 25, 2021 at 7 p.m. CST. On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, Aaron and Amanda discuss these Oscar nominations, stand-outs and disappointments, and overall thoughts on the prospective awards show given the t...
2021-03-151h 04HollywoodOutsiderTV Doctor Battle Royale, Coming 2 America, Boss Level, Chaos WalkingWhich TV Doctor is the Best? And Doctor Who doesn't count... This month marks the anniversary of what became a national lockdown, a time when our first responders gained a much deserved renewed focus. Doctors in particular were on the front lines helping us all as the crisis took on a fever pitch. On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are celebrating these medical heroes by talking about our favorite TV medical doctors in one of our most beloved podcast segments: the Battle Royale. Joined by an actual Doctor, our guest Stan helps us break down which...
2021-03-101h 57
HollywoodOutsiderWandaVision AfterHO | The Series FinaleIn this episode of WandaVision AfterHO, we're talking about episode 9 "The Series Finale", where the events of WandaVision come to a head, and the destinies of all who took part are determined. Wanda faces a final showdown against the person who has infiltrated her creation, while Monica and Jimmy fight to protect her as the series closes and Wanda's illusions begin to unravel.
2021-03-071h 21HollywoodOutsiderBad Boys | Bad Movie Night Patreon Sneak PeakThis is an episode of our Patreon Exclusive podcast, Bad Movie Night, where we discuss a film critics or audiences failed to love, but we felt was not such a bad movie. This episode centers around the Will Smith / Martin Lawrence / Michael Bay opus, Bad Boys!
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2021-03-0446 min
HollywoodOutsiderWandaVision AfterHO | Previously On...In this episode of WandaVision AfterHO, we're talking about episode 8 "Previously On...", where Wanda embarks on a troubling journey revisiting her past for insight into her present and future.
2021-03-0149 minHollywoodOutsiderGolden Globes 2021On this special episode, Aaron discusses the winners of the 2021 Golden Globes, which were announced on Sunday, February 28, 2021 on NBC. The Golden Globes are prestigious accolades given to honorees for their excellence in television and film, both domestic and internationally, on behalf of the members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.
2021-03-0125 minHollywoodOutsiderGreat Movie Plots Gone Wrong, Cherry, The Vigil, I Care A LotGreat movie plots gone wrong: those films with such a fantastic concept flawed execution On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're talking about great movie plots that went wrong. These are ones we thought were great in concept, but the execution - whether it be in production or performances - made us a sad panda. We're looking at you, Star Wars prequels, X-Men: The Last Stand, and Lady in the Water to name a few. We discuss our favorite examples of a wasted opportunity, before debating several listener choices.
Also on this episode: spoiler-free reviews of...
2021-02-241h 38
HollywoodOutsiderWandaVision AfterHO | Breaking the Fourth WallIn this episode of WandaVision AfterHO, we are discussing "Breaking the Fourth Wall" where Monica plots her return, Wanda navigates unsettling complications, and Vision forms a new alliance.
2021-02-2239 minHollywoodOutsiderDoes Entertainment Have a "Cancel Culture" or Image Problem?Where do you stand on "cancel culture" in entertainment? Is it holding celebrities accountable or are we too quick to jump? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're talking about the daily news section called "cancel culture" and whether entertainment has a cancel culture or image problem. To define cancel culture, cancel culture (or call-out culture) is a modern form of ostracism in which someone is thrust out of social or professional circles - either online on social media, in the real world, or both. Those who are subject to this ostracism are said to be "canceled."...
2021-02-171h 28
HollywoodOutsiderWandaVision AfterHO | All-New Halloween Spooktacular!On this episode of WandaVision AfterHO, we are discussing episode 6 "All-New Halloween Spooktacular", when disturbances on Halloween separate Wanda from Vision, who looks into anomalous activity in Westview.
The theories we present are based on Marvel comics connections we identify, outside of just Scarlet Witch and The Vision, as we know this will connect to Doctor Strange. Each week, we will dissect the true possibilities. Patreon supporters will receive early access at https://www.patreon.com/thehollywoodoutsider
2021-02-1540 minHollywoodOutsiderDefunct TV Shows That Deserve A Movie RebootWhat Defunct TV Shows Would You Like to See Make a Return as Movie Reboot? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're talking about those older television shows that are completely off-air and that we believe deserve a movie reboot. We’ve all seen this done a bazillion times – Baywatch, Spencer Confidential, countless others – what is it about long dead TV shows that make feature films so appealing to reboot them? Also on this episode: spoiler-free reviews of Clarice (series), Sator, and Greenland - including another giveaway! Lastly, our "What Would've Happened" segment, where one host po...
2021-02-101h 27
HollywoodOutsiderWandaVision AfterHO | On A Very Special EpisodeOn this episode of WandaVision AfterHO, we are discussing episode 5 where Wanda and Vision are struggling to grapple being new parents, the twins find new powers, S.W.O.R.D. attempts to reach Wanda in Westview, and Vision begins to question his reality.
2021-02-081h 01HollywoodOutsiderSundance 2021, Who Rewatches Movies, Land, The Little ThingsWhat films did you love at Sundance 2021? Or do you spend most of your time re-watching movies you love? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're talking about our favorite Sundance 2021 films (including Land) and the process as a whole with a virtual festival. We talk about a handful of those films that sat most with us before we jump into our From the Outside In topic about re-watching movies. With as much new content as there is these days, when and why would anyone turn back to content that came out years ago?
Also o...
2021-02-031h 33
HollywoodOutsiderWandaVision AfterHO: We Interrupt This ProgramIn this episode of WandaVision AfterHO, we are discussing episode 4 "We Interrupt This Program" where Monica Rambeau, tasked with a special assignment regarding sentient weapons, goes missing. Finally, we have some answers (if you've been theorizing along with us, some of that has come to fruition) and, of course, new questions. How could this tie back to Inhumans? Fantastic Four? What do the hexagons mean? All that and more!
2021-02-0138 minHollywoodOutsiderOur Fascination with Serial Killers, Supernova, The Night, and Classic Corner: Midnight RunWhat is with Our Fascination with Serial Killers? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're talking about our fascination with serial killers. True crime has exploded over the last few years between podcasts, Netflix series and documentaries, and films, but the societal obsession has always been there. What is it that makes us all so intrigued? Do we have a different response to fictional killers than we do to documentaries on real killers? Also on this episode: spoiler-free reviews of The Night and Supernova, and our new monthly segment: Classic Corner. This is where we d...
2021-01-271h 31HollywoodOutsiderWandaVision AfterHO | Now In ColorIn this episode of WandaVision AfterHO, we are discussing episode 3 "Now In Color" where Wanda's pregnancy fritzes her powers as she and Vision prepare for an accelerated delivery. Joined by an international guest, we discuss the implications of Geraldine's boot out of false-reality, the potential connection to Secret War(s) in the MCU, and how grateful we are that pregnancy and labor doesn't happen this quick.
2021-01-2545 min
HollywoodOutsiderThe 2021 Movie and TV Release Extravaganza!On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're breaking down everything that's getting us excited in both film and television with our 2021 Movie and TV Release Extravaganza! Now, you probably recognize a bunch of them, but that's because 2020 was damned, so anything that was postponed to 2021 we included. However, we also talk about all the NEW stuff in film and television with the premiere date, network, and a brief synopsis. Strap on your boots, we're taking a walk into the future!
Also on this episode: spoiler-free reviews of Outside the Wire and One Night in Miami, an...
2021-01-202h 13
HollywoodOutsiderThe 2021 Hollywood Outsider Awards for Film and TelevisionOn this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we revisit 2020 as we present the 2021 Awards for the best we witnessed in film and television over the past year. From the continued explosion of quality content on TV and streaming services (Mandalorian, Ozark, The Boys, Schitt's Creek), to the implosion of mediocrity scattered about, to an overload of film greatness (Tenet, Promising Young Woman, The Trial of the Chicago 7) both at home and in theaters (though this year home theaters became an absolute must-have) – THESE are the only podcast awards you need to listen to!
* Be wary of po...
2021-01-131h 35
HollywoodOutsiderThe Hollywood Outsider TrailerAn irreverent weekly podcast where we put our own spin on all things film & TV related. Critically acclaimed, The Hollywood Outsider has been nominated for numerous awards, including winning for the nationally recognized Podcast Awards in the category of TV & Film. A new episode releases every week and is available at our site, www.TheHollywoodOutsider.com, iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.
2021-01-1000 minHollywoodOutsiderCobra Kai Season 3 SpoilercastCobra Kai is back at the dojo kicking off season 3 following the “karate riots” at the end of the last season. Immediately, we get to observe the effects of the fight on Sam, who is basically now mortal enemies with Tory, and is suffering from PTSD. Daniel and Johnny are also in emotional turmoil, as they struggle with guilt, anger, and accountability for the fight. Kreese rebuilds Cobra Kai in his own image, poisoning his students in the process. While Robby is running from law enforcement for the kick to Miguel, a horribly injured Miguel fights for his life in the...
2021-01-041h 34HollywoodOutsiderWonder Woman 1984, Soul, and Promising Young WomanWhat did you think of Wonder Woman 1984? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we dive head first into the pastel-colored waters of the 80s with an in-depth discussion on DC's return to the world of Gal Gadot's Diana Prince, Wonder Woman 1984. This time, Diana is forced to grapple with the power of wish fulfillment as she tangles with Kristen Wiig's Barbara Minerva / Cheetah and Pedro Pascal's Maxwell Lord. From the 80s fashion to bombastic homages to malls and Raiders of the Lost Ark to the problematic return of Chris Pine, everything is on deck as we debate 2020...
2020-12-291h 44HollywoodOutsiderTENET Review and Spoilercast | Hunter Hunter ReviewIn TENET, The Protagonist (John David Washington) is an agent who takes a cyanide capsule – which turns out to be a ruse – after an operation goes south, rather than turn on his government, which wins him favor with a secret organization in need of such fierce loyalty.
This is where The Protagonist learns about inversion; the ability to essentially rewind time and possibly save the world from destroying itself in the past, or from the future to the past, or is the past the future? The concept is fascinating and hilariously convoluted – brace yourself for exposition as clear...
2020-12-2146 min
HollywoodOutsiderThe 2020 Holiday Special | A Hollywood Outsider ChristmasIt’s the 2020 HOliday Special! Every year, we love to celebrate the holiday season with our listeners, and there is no better way to do that than with our 7th Annual Holiday Special!
It all started with a random idea, we were big fans of holiday specials, yet podcasts seemed to skip over the idea completely. Therefore, we decided we can do whatever we want here at The Hollywood Outsider, so let’s create our own tradition and the Annual Holiday Special was born!
Every year we do a little something different, so this year we’r...
2020-12-151h 40HollywoodOutsiderWarner Brothers, HBO Max, and the Future of Movie TheatersWhat do you think is the future of movie theaters? Originally, HBO Max made a deal with a handful of theater chains to simultaneously release Wonder Woman 1984 in theaters and on HBO Max the same day and date. Both parties agreed to it, because of the circumstances of theaters currently during the Covid-19 crisis. Last week, Warner Brothers dropped the further news that they will be debuting ALL of their 2021 releases – Matrix 4, Conjuring 3, Godzilla vs. Kong, In the Heights, and more – on HBO Max and in theaters on the exact same day and date. Thing is, theaters haven’t – as of th...
2020-12-091h 22HollywoodOutsiderIan and Eshom Nelms | FatmanFATMAN, newly available on demand, is a modern, gritty, almost realistic take on the Santa Claus legend, starring Mel Gibson and Marianne Jean-Babtiste as Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus.
While Santa - aka Fatman - deals with shrinking sales due to a noticeable lack of NICE in the world, little Billy (Chance Hurstfield) is obsessed with getting everything he wants. When Santa gives Billy a lump of coal because he’s been extremely naughty this year, Billy decides to hire Walton Goggins’ contract killer Skinny Man to hunt down the Fatman and take him out, once and for...
2020-12-0752 minHollywoodOutsiderTypecast Actors Who Took A Chance, Fatman, The Hillbilly Elegy, Buddy GamesWho are your favorite typecast actors that took a chance? This week, we talk about our favorite typecast actors that branched outside their norm. A typecast actor is one who becomes strongly identified with a specific character, one or more particular roles, or characters having the same traits or coming from the same social or ethnic groups. For example, if you think of Jason Statham's acting career, you'd probably think of him as the straight-faced action-movie killer. However, he took a chance in the movie Spy where he played a humorous character. Adam Sandler is famously known for his m...
2020-12-021h 29HollywoodOutsiderChildhood TV Memories and Being Thankful in 2020What are some of your favorite childhood TV memories? This week, we talk about some of our most memorable or impactful childhood TV memories, meaning those moments that you still reflect on even still many years later. Many of us enjoyed morning cartoons, some of us remember when MTV actually had music videos, and the many different experiences of watching with our families and alone.
Also this week: spoiler-free review of Freaky, Happiest Season, Dreamland, a news roundup including Cinemark's deal with Universal, WandaVision premiere date and what that means for the MCU and the Short Circuit...
2020-11-181h 43HollywoodOutsiderHow TV and Movie Habits Have Changed in 2020, Let Him Go, Listener QuestionsHow have your TV and movie watching habits changed over the course of 2020? This week, we look back at 2020 and how our normal TV and movie viewing habits have altered throughout the year. No movie theaters, increased streaming availability, an endless supply of new content: what are we doing different now that we will continue to do in the future? Also this week: spoiler-free review of Let Him Go, a news roundup including Johnny Depp's shocking departure from Fantastic Beasts 3 and Ontario's choice to ditch movie ratings altogether, listener questions, new releases, a round of HO Jeopardy...
2020-11-111h 01HollywoodOutsiderSean Connery and Presidents in EntertainmentWho is your favorite President in movies or TV? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we first take a look back at the legacy of Sir Thomas Sean Connery. Born on August 25,1930, Connery began acting in the '50s before he first launched to fame as James Bond in Dr. No. He went on to break away from Bond in films like Marnie and Robin and Marian, and then did a lot of ensembles and supporting roles in the 70s and 80s including The Untouchables (which is won an Oscar for), Highlander, and Indiana Jones and the...
2020-11-041h 05HollywoodOutsiderJohn Maggio | HBO's The Perfect Weapon (2020)Director John Maggio discusses his career and the timeliness of his latest film, The Perfect Weapon, centered around the growing use of cyberterrorism as the preferred warfare of the modern age. Maggio elaborates on many of the themes included in the film, such as the expansion of 5G and "Perception Hacks", as well as the challenges in bringing this riveting film to life. This is a fascinating interview every person needs to hear. Based on a best-selling book by New York Times national security correspondent David E. Sanger, The Perfect Weapon explores the rise of cyber conflict as th...
2020-11-0335 minHollywoodOutsiderSleepaway Camp (1983) | A Hollywood Outsider Movie CommentaryAfter a horrible boating accident kills her family, shy, sullen Angela moves in with her eccentric Aunt Martha and protective cousin Ricky. One summer, Martha sends the kids to Camp Arawak. Soon after their arrival, bizarre, increasingly-violent accidents claim the lives of various campers. Who is the twisted individual behind these murders?
The disclosure of the murderer's identity is one of the most shocking climaxes in the history of American cinema...and you're going to hear our immediate reactions as we watch Sleepaway Camp LIVE!
If you want to follow along, watch the film on...
2020-10-281h 45HollywoodOutsiderBorat 2 and SpellOn this episode, our news roundup leads into spoiler-free reviews of new films Borat 2 and Spell.
Discussed on this episode Opening | Movie and TV News Roundup | Spell Give-Away Spoiler-Free Reviews: Borat 2 and Spell
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2020-10-2823 minHollywoodOutsiderA Happy, Happy Halloween Episode | 2020 EditionHappy, Happy Halloween, Halloween, Halloween... Welcome tooooooooo The Hollywood Outsider Halloween special! On this episode, we've assembled some of our favorite discussions on horror films and anything related to Halloween! First we build a perfect horror movie, then dive into a bit of history on women in horror before director Darren Lynn Bousman discusses his favorite SAW traps, which leads perfectly into the most iconic villains in horror. To cap everything off, we have a little fun by sharing how we would survive a horror movie. Halloween might look a bit different this year for many of us, but...
2020-10-212h 00HollywoodOutsider80s Family Movie Battle RoyaleWhich 80s family movie do you consider the best of all time? In this episode, we're determining which '80s family movie is the best, why we love them, and defending them with our last dying breath. Okay, maybe not that serious, but we are taking them into battle. Joined by our special Patreon guest who bought her way onto the show (yes, that is indeed a perk), Kristina Flores, the four of us each have two movies we bring to the ring and knock 'em down until we land on just one. Titles like Back to the Future...
2020-10-141h 56HollywoodOutsiderClassic Movie Monsters, Bad TV Couples, and a Perfect Summer SoundtrackHere are three of our most popular topics from earlier this year: Bad TV Couples, Classic Movie Monsters, and the Perfect Summer Soundtrack. First up, from Episode 384: we’re discussing bad TV couples. Anyone who loves television has a favorite couple, or even several favorites. But have you ever loved a show and two characters getting together just ruined it for you? Are there shows where you just dread any potential romantic couplings – like it just doesn’t belong? We will be discussing all of this and giving our top 3 worst TV couples we’ve experienced. Next, we...
2020-10-081h 42
HollywoodOutsiderFall TV Preview and Mental Illness in EntertainmentWhat Do You Think of the Portrayal of Mental Illness in Entertainment? As we close out September, which is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and we’re approaching October 10th, which is World Mental Health Day, we thought it appropriate to take on a discussion about mental illness in entertainment. And this year it’s ironic, since so much of our personal mental health has been affected for better or worse by entertainment due to so many lockdowns across the country. We discuss what Hollywood gets right and what they get wrong about mental illness, the films or characters that open...
2020-09-301h 48
HollywoodOutsiderPsycho | Introducing Presenting HitchcockEnjoy this sample of The Hollywood Outsider host Aaron Peterson's other podcast, Presenting Hitchcock, where he and Cory Metcalfe randomly break down a film a month in the filmography of the greatest directors of all-time, Alfred Hitchcock. This episode follows Psycho for its 60th anniversary, but be sure to subscribe to Presenting Hitchcock for the entirety of Hitchcock's work!
As mentioned on this podcast, be sure to pick up your copy of The Alfred Hitchcock Classics Collection and spend your time indoors watching some of the greatest films of all time: Psycho, Vertigo, Rear Window, and The...
2020-09-231h 21
HollywoodOutsiderThe Most Satisfying TV Character ExitsOn this episode, we discuss the most satisfying TV character exits. The way a television series handles the exit of a beloved - or hated - character can make or break the relationship with fans. Sometimes they get it incredibly wrong, but other times, they get as close to perfect as fans could hope. Whether a despised character or a beloved one, we are looking back on the greatest character exits in television. Also on this week's episode: our entertainment news roundup, TV Mash-up game, Psycho giveaway from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, upcoming releases, reviews of The...
2020-09-161h 44HollywoodOutsiderAmbiguous Endings, Tenet, Chadwick Boseman, and The New MutantsWhat have been your favorite ambiguous endings? Not every story has a concrete ending and not every writer tells their stories that way. These writers enjoy the continuous debate over what truly happened. Inception is just one example, fairly recent in the scheme of things, that created a ton of water-cooler controversy on whether the token was spinning at the very end... or did it drop? We'll be discussing how we feel about these ambiguous endings, with examples of some of our favorites and how we think they ended.
Also on this week's episode: we want to t...
2020-09-022h 00
HollywoodOutsiderFlavio Alves | The Garden Left BehindFlavio Alves, the director and co-writer of the new film The Garden Left Behind, discusses his career, his film revolving around the trans experience, and much more on our latest exclusive interview. The Garden Left Behind is available in virtual theatrical locations now, and on VOD September 8th.
Carlie Guevara stars as Tina, an undocumented trans woman living with her grandmother, Eliana in Queens. Eliana has brought Tina to America from Mexico, and though she both sternly and affectionately still refers to her grandchild by her birth name of Antonio, Tina’s relationship with her grandmother is one...
2020-08-3153 minHollywoodOutsiderWelcome Back To Movie Theaters and DC's FandomeMovie theaters are back in business...are you ready? This week began the reemergence of movies theaters across North America, as America catches up to the remainder of the civilized world. Having ventured out this past weekend to take in several films (including Russell Crowe's fiery Unhinged), Aaron and Amanda sat down to share their thoughts on experiencing movie theaters again, and specifically look at their safety precautions implemented. Did it feel safe? Did it feel like going to the movies always has? With several exciting titles hitting theaters soon, we are here to settle your nerves and inform...
2020-08-241h 08
HollywoodOutsiderUnderappreciated Jobs in Entertainment and Finding Hope in Movies and TVWhat are those jobs in film-making that don't receive enough attention? We know who the directors, actors, and even recognize the composers sometimes. However, we want to pay special attention to the people that make a film successful and remain an underappreciated job. These 7 jobs are not ones we pulled out of a hat, we actually reached out to three very successful individuals in the entertainment industry - the ones who are invested in the business and understand the work required to pull off that movie and TV magic we love so much. Also on this week's...
2020-08-191h 28
HollywoodOutsiderRalph D'Amato | Pretending I'm a Superman: The Tony Hawk Video Game StoryFor this special episode, we are speaking with Ralph D’Amato, the producer and visionary for the documentary, Pretending I’m a Superman: The Tony Hawk Video Game Story.
Pretending I’m a Superman is a documentary that tells the story of how skateboarding became a part of the mainstream by focusing on the success of the “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater” video game franchise. The film stars pro skateboarding legends Tony Hawk, Rodney Mullen, Steve Caballero, Chad Muska and Jamie Thomas.
Ralph started in production on the billion-dollar Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater video game franchise...
2020-08-1721 min
HollywoodOutsiderSummer Camp in the MoviesDo you remember that one time, at Summer Camp? Summer camp movies are not completely rare, but the good ones arguably are. And we're not here to talk about movies that mention summer camp or simply take place during summer, but rather films that have the particular setting of summer camp. Examples like the iconic Friday the 13th, more kid-friendly options like SpaceCamp and Addams Family Values, and of course - the raunchy ones like American Pie: Band Camp and Wet Hot American Summer. Because we're fun and wish we could go to summer camp - or do anything, really - w...
2020-08-051h 25
HollywoodOutsiderDaniel Kraus | The Living Dead and the Legacy of George A. RomeroAs medical examiners Luis and Charlie explore a curious cadaver known only as John Doe, The Living Dead opens with the beginning of the end...and what happens after. An epic conclusion to the world created by legendary filmmaker George A. Romero (Night of the Living Dead, Creepshow) and completed by celebrated author Daniel Kraus, this novel serves as the definitive cap on Romero's legacy of the undead. Visceral violence, taut emotions, and the magnitude of a clash of classes and identities permeate throughout this landmark accomplishment that finds its inherent themes as timely as ever. THIS is The...
2020-07-3059 min
HollywoodOutsiderComic-Con At Home 2020 Wrap-upThe San Diego Comic-Con At Home for 2020 has officially come to a close! This year, the San Diego Comic-Con had to adjust, and for the first time ever, brought the convention home to us all! With the greatest event in popular geek culture finishing its 2020 run, it’s time for us to dive into the biggest news, panels, and trailers released at this year’s convention. Spotlighted on this special episode are details from Comic-Con 2020 on HBO’s Lovecraft Country, Star Trek galore, The Boys' new aftershow, Keanu Reeves' Bill and Ted afterglow, Walking Dead's World Beyond, NASA and Space...
2020-07-271h 37
HollywoodOutsiderMaking A Great Movie Dance Sequence, Tenet Delayed, Cursed, Yes, God, YesWhat makes a great movie dance sequence? We've all been there, watching a movie, getting absorbed into the proceedings...and then it happens! Music kicks up, toes start tapping, hips start moving, and before you know it, we're grooving along with a fantastic dance sequence that almost forces us to join in! Dance sequences don't always work, but when they do, it's some of the most exciting and joy provoking experiences a film can deliver. On this episode, we're discussing what we love about them, and even bring up some of our favorites like Dirty Dancing, Saturday Night Fever...
2020-07-221h 20
HollywoodOutsiderMovie and TV Character Team Battles, The Old Guard, Relic, Dirt MusicIn this week's episode, we're taking teams of movie or TV characters and pitting them into a fight of sorts - however we want! The concept of this topic originated in our Facebook group from a listener of who would win between the crew of Alien vs the crew of Predator. We decided to expand this idea into a great topic on the show, taking our own battles and listener battles to the ring. With $3 billion dollars in cash getting stuffed into the little bit of clothing that’s left, between Hustlers and Magic Mike XXL, who takes home the...
2020-07-151h 09
HollywoodOutsiderTV Catchphrases, Hamilton, Unsolved Mysteries, Psych 2, The Beach HouseWhat Are Your Favorite TV Catchphrases? This week, we want to kick back, relax, and chat about our favorite TV catchphrases together. Every TV show has that great one-liner that sticks with us and we find ourselves repeating it in everyday life. The Simpson's "D'oh!", the infamous "How you doin'?" from Joey on Friends, and even more recent ones like "Come on son!" and "You know that's right" from Psych. Also on this week's episode: the movie hero game, reviews of Hamilton, Psych 2: Lassie Come Home, Unsolved Mysteries, The Beach House, The Outpost, and The HO Teachable Minute.
2020-07-081h 21
HollywoodOutsider400 | The Hollywood Outsider PodcastAn adventure 9 years in the making, THIS is the 400th episode of The Hollywood Outsider Podcast!
On this grossly over-sized episode, we drop the usual strict adherence to format and simply speak about the changes in entertainment since the show’s inception, as well as the evolution of the podcast itself as Aaron, John, and Amanda join up with former HOsts Scott Clark and Brian Williams to discuss all the years and memories of The Hollywood Outsider, as well as pay respects to the late Justin Macumber.
Complete with scattered compilation clips from the best ep...
2020-07-013h 17
HollywoodOutsiderVote For The Hollywood Outsider In The 2020 Podcast Awards!Please vote for The Hollywood Outsider at PodcastAwards.com! The Podcast Awards award the best in podcasting, and the finalists are determined by YOU, the listeners. Therefore, here we are, asking for your support. Before July 31, you may cast your vote for us, if you would, and we would be eternally grateful.
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2020-07-0103 min
HollywoodOutsiderControversial Debates in Film and TVControversial Debates in Film and TV Did Rose really have enough room on the door for Jack? Was that Karate Kid kick illegal? Did Scarlett Johansson get a fair shake in Ghost in the Shell? Is the Snyder Cut really a good thing? Is replacing controversial actors or canceling shows over difficult themes the right course of action? The controversial debates in film and TV are infinite and we are definitely diving right into the thick of many of them on this special episode.
Also on this week's episode: debating how to handle controversial films, reviews of Pe...
2020-06-241h 42
HollywoodOutsiderMovie Battle Royale: Summer Franchise EditionWhich Summer Franchise of the 2000's is the Best of the Best? Movie Battle Royale is back, but this time: Summer Franchise Edition. We wanted to talk about those franchises released in the 2000's that kept us going back to the theater for the next. The rules are limited: the franchise must have had at least 3 films release in the summer (May-August), they must have occurred within the 2000's, and the MCU films must be broken down (Captain America, Iron Man, Avengers, etc.). Will Mr. Potter survive the Apes? Can Spider-Man swing faster than Fast and the Furious can vro...
2020-06-171h 42
HollywoodOutsiderMemorable Cinematic Opening Sequences and Reopening Movie TheatersWhat Are Your Favorite Opening Sequences? On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we wanted to talk about those incredible movie intros. Whether it's an action-filled car chase, a terrifying phone call from someone in your house, or a bank robbery with triple-crossing and a mysteriously ominous character whose identity remains unknown, we're talking about it all. Of course, we also have to talk about those films with a stellar opening sequence that ultimately led to disappointment.
Also on this week's episode: debating movie theater reopening requirements, You Can Do It!, spoiler-free reviews of Becky, S...
2020-06-101h 42
HollywoodOutsiderIntroducing SMIRKEnjoy a selected episode of the SMIRK podcast, more episodes are now available in your favorite podcast app or at SmirkPodcast.com.
On this episode of Smirk, grab a notepad and settle in…for murder! We’re trying something a little differing this time, as our story reveals itself as a full-fledged murder-mystery. Only after we discuss and dissect our love for the genre will we reveal the killer. Can you guess it before the murderer’s identity is unmasked?
2020-06-0444 minHollywoodOutsiderAre We Listening?Aaron sits down to share a few thoughts and ask one simple question: Are we listening?
2020-06-0311 min
HollywoodOutsiderMatt Eskandari | Survive the NightAaron sits down with director Matt Eskandari to elaborate on his new Bruce Willis and Chad Michael Murray thriller, Survive the Night. Matt discusses isolating in L.A. while waiting for filming to resume, casting his film, and working with an icon in Bruce Willis.
Survive the Night is now available on streaming platforms.
Read Aaron's full review of Survive the Night HERE
2020-05-2942 minHollywoodOutsiderPredictable Plots, Scoob!, The Hammer, Survive the NightHow do you feel about "predictable" plot devices? On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we wanted to talk about those regurgitated and predictable plots and devices that every movie has reused at this point. We discuss some of our favorites predictable plot devices, as well as the ones that drive us NUTS! Of course, a debate emerges as we even discuss the negative connotation behind the word "predictable".
Also on this week's episode: our news roundup, significant anniversary: 40th anniversary of Friday the 13th, spoiler-free reviews of The Hammer, Scoob!, and Survive the Night, and...
2020-05-201h 33
HollywoodOutsiderCrazy TV Premises, Snowpiercer, Valley GirlWhat Are The Craziest TV Premises You've Ever Heard of or Seen? On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're discussing those wacky, crazy TV show premises. There are some TV shows that are so bonkers, you cannot believe a group of someones were high enough to green-light them. A lot of them involve animals, because who doesn't love a plot revolving around talking monkeys, but many of them are supposedly deep thinking dramas or even reality based. Sure ideas like My Mother the Car and ALF make the list, and Cop Rock hits among top ranks, b...
2020-05-131h 40
HollywoodOutsiderThe Perfect Summer Movie Soundtrack, The Wretched, UploadThe Perfect Summer Movie Soundtrack What are the best songs or themes from movies to crank up once Summer hits? Instead of dwelling on it all, let’s just make our perfect playlist. We each get 10 songs – they can be themes, songs from a movie soundtrack, or just synonymous with a movie – and make our own perfect summer movie soundtrack! That means you could see yourself, windows down, hair flowing, driving or jogging or whatever to our Spotify playlist, The Hollywood Outsider Perfect Summer Movie Soundtrack. Bonus points if you know the chorus…
Also on this week's episode...
2020-05-061h 31
HollywoodOutsiderThe Cartoons We Grew Up On, AMC Theaters vs Universal, Extraction, Bad Education, The FloodWhat are the most prominent TV cartoons from your childhood? You've heard it before: morning cartoons were everyone born before 2005's jam. Maybe you loved all the superhero character cartoons like Batman or Spider-Man, or preferred The Flintstones, Scooby-Doo or Looney Tunes, and later on you loved Rugrats, or perhaps you just only love the filth of South Park. Whatever it is, we have all been exposed to cartoons at some point, and childhood memories are often the fondest of memories, so we wanna talk about it. Also this week: news roundup, including AMC Theaters taking on...
2020-04-291h 30HollywoodOutsiderThe Funniest Movie Scenes of All-TimeWhat movie scenes make you laugh the absolute hardest? Everyone has a slightly different sense of humor, so which movie scenes - in ANY MOVIE - do find the most hilarious? Are you a bit more refined with your tastes so you lean into Monty Python and the Black Knight's flesh wound? Maybe a little less so and prefer the wildly inappropriate antics of Bridesmaids or The Hangover? Surely you might be serious about Airplane and the like? Well on this episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we discuss the funniest movie scenes of all-time, including a Listener Top 10!
2020-04-221h 13HollywoodOutsiderDebating TV's Most Controversial Series FinalesWhat are the most debated series finales on TV? LOST, Dexter, How I Met Your Mother, Game of Thrones and more... Each of these shows have one thing in common and it's not just people dying. They each create a massive divide among fans, and also between fans and creators. This is specifically for TV shows that had an intended series finale rather than an abrupt, forced conclusion to the show. On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we are joined by co-host of The Blacklist Exposed and 84 other TV podcasts, Troy Heinritz, to bring some...
2020-04-151h 58
HollywoodOutsiderOutbreak | A Hollywood Outsider Movie CommentarySince many of us are stuck in quarantine, we decided to have a little fun and watch a movie people are talking about, Outbreak. But instead of the typical back and forth on the film, we watched it while recording our LIVE commentary. So either go off of memory or sync up your Netflix accounts, because this is our Outbreak Movie Commentary Track!
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2020-04-082h 11
HollywoodOutsiderBest TV Anti-Hero Battle Royale, Tiger King, OzarkWho is the Best Anti-Hero in Television History? An anti-hero or anti-heroine is defined as a main character in a story who lacks conventional heroic qualities and attributes such as idealism, courage and morality. Often, an anti-hero is unorthodox and might flaunt laws or act in ways contrary to society's standards. Who among those on TV does this best?
On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we return to one of our favorite segments as we decide, once-and-for-all, who is the BEST! Walter White, Dexter Morgan, Frank Castle (The Punisher), 24's Jack Bauer...the list goes...
2020-04-011h 56HollywoodOutsiderPick Me Up Movies and TV, SXSW 2020 Film ReviewsWhat movies or TV shows do you watch when you're feeling down? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are discussing movies and television that pick us up when things are dire. With everything currently affecting the world, and millions of people across the globe enduring isolation or quarantine, we decided what better time to talk about the films or TV we turn to in order to turn our frowns upside down. We discuss the current entertainment predicament - theater closures, production shutdowns, release delays - and how we're coping with it.
Also this week...
2020-03-251h 58
HollywoodOutsiderTaking Lives with Jon Bokenkamp of NBC's The BlacklistFBI Profiler Illeana Scott (Angelina Jolie) has been called in to help hunt down an elusive serial killer known for taking the lives of his victims. When a witness to an attack arrives in James Costa (Ethan Hawke), Illeana finds herself caught up in a desperate game to stop the killer before he claims yet another victim. Or herself. A serial killer thriller that has grown in cult status over the years, we've been fans of the film for some time. Therefore it was perfect for this selection of a film critics might not appreciate, but we f...
2020-03-181h 17HollywoodOutsiderListener Questions, Coronavirus vs Entertainment, The Outsider Finale, Spenser Confidential, and OnwardOn this episode, we're discussing what YOU want us to! A wide range of submitted questions from what it takes for us to walk out of a movie to remakes, from foreign language film favorites to a hypothetical Kurt Russell experience. We've got a lot for you, including laughs and the craziest thing (or person) we've snuck into a theater.
Also this week: news roundup, including the unfortunate news that SXSW is canceled due to coronavirus concerns, spoiler-free reviews of Spenser Confidential, Onward, and The Way Back, upcoming releases, The HO Teachable Minute, and spoilery-goodness on HBO's...
2020-03-111h 58HollywoodOutsider"Inspired By", The Invisible Man, and Beloit International Film FestivalHow Do You Feel About "Inspired By" In Film? On this episode, we're discussing where we stand on "inspired by". Coming out this past week was Wendy, a film about a group of kids lost on an island that is “inspired by Peter Pan”. Once Upon A Time In Hollywood and 1917 were inspired by true events, namely the Manson Murders and World War 1. Just Mercy was a film that recently was inspired by very true events. So many films use this as a way to sell their movies, even when they play fast and loose with the original details they...
2020-03-041h 53HollywoodOutsiderClassic Movie Monsters, Eric Roberts Interview, Call of the Wild, and HuntersDo You Love Classic Movie Monsters? On this episode, we're discussing those movie monster classics such as Mummy (1932), Frankenstein, Wolf Man, Dracula, Invisible Man, Creature of the Black Lagoon, etc. These classic horror movies are the beginning drivers for what we know horror movies and horror characters to be today and their visionary masters still reside in the horror hall of fame. We decided - with the upcoming release of The Invisible Man - we need to discuss these classic monsters: how they scared us, our favorites, why we love them despite being less of a razzle-dazzle than horror mo...
2020-02-261h 40
HollywoodOutsiderCGI Characters, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Movie JailOn this episode, we're discussing CGI characters, from our first memory of them to our top favorites, joined by guest HO, Troy Heinritz from The Blacklist Exposed. While CGI characters are computer generated, so many of them have had a substantial impact on us, sometimes for inspiration and other times emotionally. Characters like Caesar from Rise, Dawn, and War of the Planet of the Apes, and Rocket and Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy, for example, have so much charisma, personality, and complexity that they connect on a deeper level with us. We figure with the expansion of CGI...
2020-02-191h 20
HollywoodOutsiderBad TV Couples, Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey, and Locke and KeyWhat are the most dreadful TV couples? On this episode, we're discussing bad TV couples. Anyone who loves television has a favorite couple, or even several favorites. But have you ever loved a show and two characters getting together just ruined it for you? Are there shows where you just dread any potential romantic couplings - like it just doesn't belong? We will be discussing all of this and giving our top 3 worst TV couples we've experienced.
Also this week: reviews of Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey and Netflix's Locke and Key, upcoming releases, News Roundup is...
2020-02-121h 16
HollywoodOutsiderOscars 2020 | The 92nd Academy Awards Wrap-UpFor this special Oscars 2020 wrap-up, Aaron and Amanda discuss the events, speeches, and winners of the 92nd Annual Academy Awards. Find more information at TheHollywoodOutsider.com
The Academy Awards are the most prestigious awards in filmmaking and showcase some of the greatest talent and work in motion pictures for that running year. The nominees and winners are selected by majority vote from members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Ballots are cast by members from within the industry and, in most categories, represent the corresponding branch.
2020-02-101h 01
HollywoodOutsiderMovie Battle Royale: Oscars 2010s EditionWhat is the best film from all of the Academy Award 'Best Picture' nominees from 2010-2019? Oscar season is very real and hits full effect in January/February when the nominations go live and awards are presented, but what about those 'snubs'? Movies that should've but didn't, or maybe you agree with the Oscar contenders!
We're selecting the best of the best, as defined by the Academy, for this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider, as we return to one of our favorite segments. We will decide, once-and-for-all, what the is the BEST! Could it be 12 Years...
2020-02-051h 26
HollywoodOutsiderThe 2020 Hollywood Outsider Awards For Film And TelevisionOn this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we revisit 2019 as we present the 2020 Awards for the best we witnessed in film and television over the past year. From the continued explosion of quality content on TV and streaming services, to the implosion of mediocrity scattered about, to an overload of greatness both at home and in theaters – THESE are the only podcast awards you need to listen to!
Discussed on this episode (13:37 – 41:24) Opening | Television Awards (41:25 – 1:28:09) Film Awards (1:28:10 – 1:35:14) Listener Top 10 | HO TV Series and Movie of the Year | Closing Email topic suggestions or episode reactions to feedback@thehollywoodoutsider.com
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2020-01-291h 35HollywoodOutsiderTV Expectations In 2020, Bad Boys For Life, DolittleWhat do you want from TV in 2020? On this episode, we're discussing television in 2020. Specifically, with over 500 scripted TV shows in 2019, what more could we possibly want from the medium over the next several months? Genres? More baking, true crime, cheerleaders, what do we want from TV in 2020? We follow that up with our 15 most anticipated TV shows of 2020, and why they stood out to us. Also this week: reviews of Bad Boys for Life, Dolittle, News Roundup makes a return, we find the positive aspects to negativity in You Can Do It, a new section titled...
2020-01-221h 54
HollywoodOutsiderThe 2020 Movie Release Extravaganza!This is our 2020 Movie Release EXTRAVAGANZA! On this year's episode, we break down the most anticipated releases of the 2020 movie calendar, including ours and listener picks as well. And with the year already in full swing, it’s finally time to look ahead at all of the exciting releases still to come in 2020!
We kick things off with the most anticipated film releases. Titles such as Wonder Woman 84, A Quiet Place 2, Free Guy, Dune, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Tenet, No Time To Die, Top Gun: Maverick, Black Widow, and a whole lot more.
All of those titles ar...
2020-01-151h 41
HollywoodOutsiderClassic Films, Childhood Heroes Brought Back To Life, and the Most Quotable MoviesAs we take the week off, here are three of our most popular topics from last year: Classic Films, Childhood Heroes Brought Back To Life, and the Most Quotable Movies. The HO will return with our 2020 Movie Release Extravaganza on January 15, 2020!
First up, from Episode 361: We discuss the concept of classic films and what defines them for us. We also debate what we miss about these films, and especially what we don’t.
Next, we head to Episode 363: We take a look at those moments when our own childhood heroes are sprung back to life. Not...
2020-01-081h 33HollywoodOutsiderGolden Globes 2020On this special episode, Aaron discusses the winners of the 2020 Golden Globes, which were announced on Sunday, January 5th, 2020 on NBC. The Golden Globes are prestigious accolades given to honorees for their excellence in television and film, both domestic and internationally, on behalf of the 93 members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.
2020-01-0636 minHollywoodOutsiderStar Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Spoilercast and the End of a SagaJ.J. Abrams returns to Star Wars with The Rise of Skywalker, and to end a 9-film saga. For this go round, Rey (Daisy Ridley), Finn (John Boyega), and Poe (Oscar Isaac) have been tasked with locating a hidden planet that contains the key to bringing down the entirety of The First Order, now led by Kylo Ren (Adam Driver). Still conflicted with his connection to Rey, Kylo – aka Ben Solo – struggles and pontificates on his place in this world, as Rey continues to force forward towards completing her journey and saving the galaxy. And yes, Rey and Kylo cont...
2019-12-241h 22HollywoodOutsiderGoodbye 2019, Jumanji 2, 6 Underground, and Remaking The Phantom MenaceWhat were your entertainment highlights of 2019? On this special of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it is time to say goodbye to the year! Though we have one more episode planned for next week, this is our last regular-esque episode of the show. And for it, we review Jumanji: The Next Level, 6 Underground, discuss Richard Jewell and The Garden Left Behind as well as our thoughts on HBO’s Watchmen finale, and then we close the year our with our thoughts on the best this year had to offer.
After our goodbyes, we have attached our anniversary episode of...
2019-12-182h 07
HollywoodOutsiderThe 2010s | A Decade in Film and TelevisionWhat were your favorite films and television shows of the 2010s? On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are discussing a decade's worth of film and television content. We know - it's a lot. Reflecting on the changes in entertainment over this past decade in film and television, our top 10 films and TV shows that released 2010-2019, our favorite entertainers, writers, and directors of the decade, experiences, and much more. So strap in, because we're about to go through a wealth of entertainment history! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 29:54) Reflecting on a Decade in Film and Te...
2019-12-112h 23
HollywoodOutsiderThe 2019 Holiday Special | A Hollywood Outsider ChristmasIt's the 2019 HOliday Podcast Special! Every year, we love to celebrate the holiday season with our listeners, and there is no better way to do that than with our 6th Annual Holiday Special!
It all started with a random idea, as Aaron and Scott were big fans of holiday specials, yet podcasts seemed to skip over the idea completely. Therefore, we decided we can do whatever we want here at The Hollywood Outsider, so let’s create our own tradition and the Annual Holiday Special was born!
Every year we do a little something different, so...
2019-12-051h 13
HollywoodOutsiderTara Wood | QT8: The First EightDirector Tara Wood wastes no time introducing us to her intentions with QT8: The First Eight; this is – first and foremost – a celebration of the works of Quentin Tarantino. It is an important anecdote to note, because if you were hoping for a shockingly tawdry expose plunging into Tarantino’s childhood – ripe with family secrets explaining his fascination with the criminal underbelly, gimps, and a vernacular so profane it might make Richard Pryor blush – then prepare for disappointment. Tara Wood, like so many of us, is a fan.
Instead, QT8 posits itself as a journey through the past 21 years...
2019-12-0223 minHollywoodOutsiderKnives Out, Frozen 2, and A Beautiful Day in the NeighborhoodAnna, Elsa,and Olaf search out the origins of Elsa's magical powers by journeying to an enchanted land in Frozen 2. Hardened writer Lloyd Vogel is assigned to profile Tom Hanks' Mr. Rogers for an article on heroes, and Lloyd learns about forgiveness along the way in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. And Daniel Craig leads an astounding ensemble cast in Rian Johnson's clever mystery, Knives Out. All three films are reviewed, spoiler-free, on this latest episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast!
Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 14:36) Frozen 2 (14:37 – 28:09) A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood :(28:10 – 47:51) Knives Out | Closing Email topic sugges...
2019-11-2547 minHollywoodOutsiderHoliday Movie Preview 2019 and Disney PlusWhat movies are you most excited for this holiday season? On this special episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it’s our Holiday Movie Preview 2019! Every wide release for the remainder of the year is on tap as we debate the best and worst of the upcoming season. From Knives Out, 21 Bridges, and Frozen 2, to Jumanji: The Next Level, Cats, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, and everything in between! Not only theatrical, but we also offer several streaming originals you won’t want to miss in the overstuffed holiday season.
Also, Disney Plus has finally arri...
2019-11-131h 26HollywoodOutsiderRespecting Classic Films, Doctor Sleep, His Dark Materials, And Terminator's Dark FateDo you feel our nostalgia for classics causes us to be TOO respectful of these films? On this week's podcast, instead of a typical topic of the week, we field several intriguing listener questions and topics. From the aforementioned debate on if we're too nostalgic to where the film business is headed after 2019, movies to describe our dream lives, why some franchises get stale and others do not, to what is the funniest nude scene in film. There's a lot here to cover, and it's a lot of fun.
Also this week: reviews of Doctor Sleep, His...
2019-11-071h 55HollywoodOutsiderHave We Officially Arrived At PEAK Television?Have we finally reached the PEAK of television - the best it is and will ever be? With streaming platforms and content being announced every day, how does today's television rank with history? Is this the best it'll ever be or could it be better? A conversation centered on the topic of television at its height, hosts Aaron, John, and Amanda talk about their thoughts on this and so much more on this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider Podcast.
Also this week: news roundup, Stump the HO makes a return, reviews of Dolemite is My Name...
2019-10-301h 28HollywoodOutsiderThe Rules For Making A Sequel, HBO's Watchmen, and Zombieland: Double TapWhat are your rules for needing a sequel? This past weekend, another crop of sequels hit theaters with Maleficent 2 and Zombieland: Double Tap. One movie fans have clamored for a sequel for the past decade, and the other had crickets chirping when you mentioned another chapter. So what determines when a sequel should get made? Is it always just success? Shouldn't there be more to it? On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we debate when a sequel SHOULD be made. And in following the spirit of Zombieland, we're going to handle this via our own...
2019-10-231h 26HollywoodOutsiderThe Scariest Movie Battle Royale, El Camino, Looking for Alaska, and Gemini ManWhat is the scariest movie in history? Every Halloween, fans around the world debate the scariest moments and characters in entertainment. Those scenes that leave fans terrified of a finger-knifed murderer haunting their dreams or a masked boogeyman terrorizing their neighborhood. We each have our own life experiences which feed our fears, but what singular movie is truly the greatest of them all?
On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we return to one of our favorite segments as we decide, once-and-for-all, what the is the BEST! Could it be The Exorcist, or possibly Poltergeist? Could...
2019-10-161h 46HollywoodOutsiderAlternative Takes On Popular Characters And JOKER Spoiler DiscussionWhat popular character do you wish there was an alternative take on? With JOKER taking over theaters worldwide, we decided this was a prime time to debate whether or not it is ever acceptable to deviate from the source material and offer an alternative take on a popular character. Many people find this to be sacrilege, to even consider changing the motives or backstory of a firmly established character. But what if someone has a brilliant idea? Should they be hindered from realizing their vision simply because we're reluctant to change?
After our normal show, we dive i...
2019-10-091h 22
HollywoodOutsider1999 - A Year In Movies And TelevisionWas 1999 the greatest year in movies? Two decades ago, an absolutely hella fly year in entertainment took hold in 1999. Classics like The Matrix, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Sixth Sense, The Mummy, The Blair Witch Project, and Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me hit theaters. Not to be outdone, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, Angel, ER, Friends, Touched By An Angel, and Law and Order: Special Victims Unit took over our television sets. It was a prime time for entertainment.
Much has changed since then, but what is even more interesting is how much r...
2019-10-021h 41HollywoodOutsiderLife Skills Movies and TV Taught Us, Downton Abbey, and RamboWhat life skills have you learned from movies and television? The Karate Kid inspired millions to stand up to their bullies. You know what else it did? It taught people useful tools like waxing on, waxing off, and using chopsticks. Countless movies and TV shows have taught us so much over the years that it might be inconceivable to identify any one specific lesson we learned. But we're going to try anyway. On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider, original host Brian Williams returns to debate the crucial life lessons we've learned from years of watching...
2019-09-251h 05
HollywoodOutsiderTony Moran | Halloween's Michael MyersOn this special episode, Tony Moran - the Michael Myers in John Carpenter's Halloween - stopped by to discuss working on that film, its legacy, and even clears up the confusion with Nick Castle's Shape. It's an interview any fan of Halloween will love!
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2019-09-2422 min
Horribly Awkward#129- Amy Hargreaves (13 Reasons Why/ Homeland) Amanda Sink (Smirk Podcast)This weelk my friend Amanda Sink from SMIRK podcast joins me to talk with actress Amy Hargreaves about her role in 13 Reasons Why, Homeland, etc. Lots of movie talk, lots of video game talk, life is good!
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2018-04-062h 09
Horribly Awkward#88|| John Davenport, Aaron Peterson, Scott Clark (The Hollywood Outsider) On this weeks episode I hang out with the crew from The Hollwood Outsider podcast. Scott Clark, John Daventport and Aaron Peterson. We chat about movies, tv shows and Scott's miniture feet. Improv was a hit and some usual awkward stuff happens. ENJOY
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